My name is Torrence Ryan Williams. Most of my family and friends call me Torrence, but if we met at ECU then you probably know me as Tory - (My mother hates that name).
I was born August 8, 1976 in Wilmington, NC. It was a great place to grow up. Wilmington offers the beach, fishing, theatre, and culture.
My mother is Janice Elaine Murray Williams. She retired from Corning Inc. I have one brother Jason Williams who resides in California. My father was Lawrence “Buttercup” Williams. He worked for Jacobi Hardware until he passed August 11, 1999. He was also the father of my sister Whitney Williams.
I was born-saved-and raised at St. Luke AME Zion Church, Wilmington NC. I now attend York Memorial AME Zion church, Greenville, NC. There I participate in several capacities, but mostly; I’m the director of their outstanding music ministry.
I attended Mary Washington Howe and Sunset Elementary Schools. I later attended Williston Middle School and graduated with honors from New Hanover High School in 1994. I earned a Bachelor of Science degree from East Carolina University. I majored in Recreation and Leisure Studies with a concentration in Management of Recreation Facilities and Services. I also attempted a multi-disciplinary minor in Economics, English and Music (completed everything except the last 3 music history classes –I chose to graduate – the minor was optional and I was extremely ready to go :)! Go Pirates!!)
During my latter years in College I began my own home business entitled The Williams Center. I later grew that venture into a 3000 sq ft special event/multi-purpose facility. I later closed the facility to explore additional interest in the Mental Health field. I am currently a Qualified Mental Health Professional. I also do extensive work with youth in the Pitt County School System.
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